As thousands of sporting activities were suspended, some professional athletes channeled their major involvement in electronic sports (esports) to help maintain fan engagement.

Since gaming is an activity you can do from home, there has been an explosion online regarding esports during the pandemic.

Hence, most esports companies have seen booming sales during the first quarter. Research from Gamesindustry.biz shows that 50 key esports markets rose by 63%.

Role of esports betting

Esports betting is not left out here. Yes, thousands of sporting activities have been canceled, but betting has just followed suit and adapted to esports markets.